Wrestle

usgb/ˈresl/
verb

To struggle with someone by holding them and trying to throw or force them down.

He had to wrestle with the burglar to hold him until the police arrived.
Visual representation of "wrestle" - To struggle with someone by holding them and trying to throw or force them down

Often appears as...

  • wrestle with someone
  • wrestle to the ground
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Physical Conflict

Used for describing a physical fight, not just friendly play.

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He had to wrestle the attacker to the ground.
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Not Always Literal

Can describe struggling with non-physical challenges like difficult tasks or emotions.

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She wrestled with her fear before the performance.
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